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Gene Davis
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- Gene Davis
- Black Mass II
- signed, titled and dated 1983 on the reverse
- acrylic and graphite on canvas
- 71 3/4 by 97 in. 182.2 by 246.4 cm.
Provenance
Charles Cowles Gallery, New York
ARCO Corporate Art Collection, Los Angeles
Los Angeles Modern Auctions, Los Angeles, December 3, 2000, lot 544
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
ARCO Corporate Art Collection, Los Angeles
Los Angeles Modern Auctions, Los Angeles, December 3, 2000, lot 544
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. The canvas is unlined. There is scattered surface soiling and staining, which is most prominent in the unpainted areas at the edges. There are three brown surface accretions at the upper left corner. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, there is no evidence of inpainting. Framed.
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In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.